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| − | The word parable is from the Greek parabolē, which is a title given to any fictional narrative designed to illustrate a single point. The parable differs from a [[fable]] in that the setting is not magical (talking animals for instance). The [[allegory]] differs from the parable in length (allegories are longer) and may encompass more ideals than a parable. | + | The word '''parable''' is from the Greek parabolē, which is a title given to any fictional narrative designed to illustrate a single point. The parable differs from a [[fable]] in that the setting is not magical (talking animals for instance). The [[allegory]] differs from the parable in length (allegories are longer) and may encompass more ideals than a parable. |
== See also == | == See also == | ||
| − | * [[Biblical Parables]] | + | * [[Biblical Parables]] |
[[category:education]] | [[category:education]] | ||
Revision as of 05:18, September 10, 2008
The word parable is from the Greek parabolē, which is a title given to any fictional narrative designed to illustrate a single point. The parable differs from a fable in that the setting is not magical (talking animals for instance). The allegory differs from the parable in length (allegories are longer) and may encompass more ideals than a parable.